Sutherland Springs church massacre: Day 4

By Elizabeth Robinson

on November 8, 2017 11:29 AM

Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, talks with Johnnie Langendorff, and his girlfriend Summer Caddell, third from right, as they visit with first responders, family, friends and victims outside the Sutherland Spring Baptist Church Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Sutherland Springs, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing and wounding many. Pastor Frank Pomeroy and his wife Sherri are at right. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, talks with Johnnie Langendorff, and his girlfriend Summer Caddell, third from right, as they visit with first responders, family, friends and victims outside the ... more

Photo: Eric Gay, Associated Press

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SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: A tarp hangs in front of the Sutherland Springs Baptist church November 8, 2017 in Sutherland Springs, Texas. The tarp was placed in the yard by a local resident to prevent news media from photographing the church from the street outside of their property. On November 5, a gunman, Devin Patrick Kelley, killed 26 people at the church and wounded 20 others when he opened fire during a Sunday service. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: A tarp hangs in front of the Sutherland Springs Baptist church November 8, 2017 in Sutherland Springs, Texas. The tarp was placed in the yard by a local resident to

SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: Twenty-six crosses stand in a field on the edge of town to honor the 26 victims killed at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs on November 8, 2017 in Sutherland Springs, Texas. On November 5, a gunman, Devin Patrick Kelley, shot and killed the 26 people and wounded 20 others when he opened fire during Sunday service at the church. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: Twenty-six crosses stand in a field on the edge of town to honor the 26 victims killed at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs on November 8, 2017 in Sutherland

SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: Twenty-six crosses stand in a field on the edge of town to honor the 26 victims killed at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs on November 8, 2017 in Sutherland Springs, Texas. On November 5, a gunman, Devin Patrick Kelley, shot and killed the 26 people and wounded 20 others when he opened fire during Sunday service at the church. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: Twenty-six crosses stand in a field on the edge of town to honor the 26 victims killed at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs on November 8, 2017 in Sutherland

SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: Twenty-six crosses stand in a field on the edge of town to honor the 26 victims killed at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs on November 8, 2017 in Sutherland Springs, Texas. On November 5, a gunman, Devin Patrick Kelley, shot and killed the 26 people and wounded 20 others when he opened fire during Sunday service at the church. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images)

SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TX - NOVEMBER 08: Twenty-six crosses stand in a field on the edge of town to honor the 26 victims killed at the First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs on November 8, 2017 in Sutherland

Vice President Mike Pence hugs Evelyn Holcombe at Florseville High School during a stop, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside a church in Sutherland Springs on Sunday, killing and wounding many; Holcombe was in the church during the shooting but escaped. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Vice President Mike Pence hugs Evelyn Holcombe at Florseville High School during a stop, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside a church in Sutherland Springs on Sunday, ... more

Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church Pastor Frank Pomeroy, center, comforts his wife Sherri, right, as Vice President Mike Pence, left, speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing more than two dozen and injuring others. The Pomeroy's daughter was killed in the shooting. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) less

Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church Pastor Frank Pomeroy, center, comforts his wife Sherri, right, as Vice President Mike Pence, left, speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs ... more

Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing more than two dozen and injuring others. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) less

Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church ... more

Photo: David J. Phillip, Associated Press

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott, left, shakes hands with Vice President Mike Pence during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing more than two dozen and injuring others. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) less

Texas Governor Greg Abbott, left, shakes hands with Vice President Mike Pence during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in ... more

Vice President Mike Pence hugs a woman as he visits with family and victims before a vigil, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside a church in the small South Texas community of Sutherland Springs on Sunday, killing and wounding many.(AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Vice President Mike Pence hugs a woman as he visits with family and victims before a vigil, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside a church in the small South Texas community ... more

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There's an active shooter scene near where Vice President Mike Pence was expected to visit Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017.

There's an active shooter scene near where Vice President Mike Pence was expected to visit Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, and wife, Cecilia, left, welcome Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting at a local hospital, as well as visit with the families of the victims and participate in a prayer vigil. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, and wife, Cecilia, left, welcome Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the ... more

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was scheduled to make remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to victims and survivors of Sunday's church shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Police never found the alleged gunman after an extensive sweep of the area. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was scheduled to make remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to victims and survivors of Sunday's church shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Police never found the alleged gunman after an extensive sweep of the area. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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Vice President Mike Pence helps Texas Governor Greg Abbott go up a ramp during their visit to the Sutherland Springs days after the fatal shooting Nov. 5th which killed 26 people. Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Sutherland Springs. less

Vice President Mike Pence helps Texas Governor Greg Abbott go up a ramp during their visit to the Sutherland Springs days after the fatal shooting Nov. 5th which killed 26 people. Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in ... more

Johnnie Langendorff and his girlfriend Summer Caddel listen to U.S. Vice President Mike Pence speak to the press about his visit to the church in Sutherland Springs where 26 people were shot, Sunday, Nov. 5. During the trip to Texas, the vice president visited a hospital, spoke with law enforcement and will join the community in Floresville High School after the press conference, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. less

Johnnie Langendorff and his girlfriend Summer Caddel listen to U.S. Vice President Mike Pence speak to the press about his visit to the church in Sutherland Springs where 26 people were shot, Sunday, Nov. 5. ... more

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a press conference during his visit to the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, where 26 people were gun down Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017, in Sutherland Springs. less

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a press conference during his visit to the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, where 26 people were gun down Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017, ... more

Photo: Marie D. De Jesus, Houston Chronicle

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U.S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Governor Greg Abbott meet with law enforcement leadership like Texas DPS Director Steven McCraw, right, and FBI Special Agent in Charge Chris Combs during a visit to the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs where on Sunday, Nov. 5 26 people were killed by a gunman. Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Sutherland Springs. less

U.S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Governor Greg Abbott meet with law enforcement leadership like Texas DPS Director Steven McCraw, right, and FBI Special Agent in Charge Chris Combs during a visit to the ... more

Vice President Mike Pence hugs a woman as he visits with family and victims before a vigil, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside a church in the small South Texas community of Sutherland Springs on Sunday, killing and wounding many. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Vice President Mike Pence hugs a woman as he visits with family and victims before a vigil, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside a church in the small South Texas community ... more

Photo: Eric Gay, Associated Press

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Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Tex. (left) and U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions attend a memorial service where Vice-president Mike Pence makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. less

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Tex. (left) and U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions attend a memorial service where Vice-president Mike Pence makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's ... more

First Baptist Church family makes their entrance as Vice-president Mike Pence makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. less

First Baptist Church family makes their entrance as Vice-president Mike Pence makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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US Vice President Mike Pence (R) hugs Stephen Willeford during a 'Prayer Vigil Honoring Victims of the First Baptist Church Shooting' at the Floresville High School in Texas on November 8, 2017. A gunman wearing all black armed with an assault rifle opened fire on a small-town Texas church during Sunday morning services, on November 5, killing 26 people and wounding 20 more in the last mass shooting to shock the United States. / AFP PHOTO / MARK RALSTONMARK RALSTON/AFP/Getty Images less

US Vice President Mike Pence (R) hugs Stephen Willeford during a 'Prayer Vigil Honoring Victims of the First Baptist Church Shooting' at the Floresville High School in Texas on November 8, 2017. A gunman ... more

Vice-president Mike Pence (right) and Second Lady and wife, Karen, pray after the vice president makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. less

Vice-president Mike Pence (right) and Second Lady and wife, Karen, pray after the vice president makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First ... more

First Baptist Church family members fight back tears as Vice-president Mike Pence makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. less

First Baptist Church family members fight back tears as Vice-president Mike Pence makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in ... more

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Vice-president Mike Pence (left) hugs First Baptist Church pastor Frank Pomeroy after the vice president makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. less

Vice-president Mike Pence (left) hugs First Baptist Church pastor Frank Pomeroy after the vice president makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at ... more

Sherri Pomeroy (center) receives a hug from Second Lady Karen Pence after Vice-president Mike Pence (left) makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. less

Sherri Pomeroy (center) receives a hug from Second Lady Karen Pence after Vice-president Mike Pence (left) makes remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to the victims of Sunday's church shooting at ... more

Vice President Mike Pence and wife Kathy stand during the national anthem before the recent game between Indianapolis and the San Francisco. The Pences left shortly thereafter to protest the players who kneeled. A reader says athletes are hurting more than fans. less

Vice President Mike Pence and wife Kathy stand during the national anthem before the recent game between Indianapolis and the San Francisco. The Pences left shortly thereafter to protest the players who ... more

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By the side of the Sutherland Springs, Texas First Baptist Church, U. S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott address the media, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. With them are their spouses, Karen Pence and Cecilia Abbott. less

By the side of the Sutherland Springs, Texas First Baptist Church, U. S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott address the media, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. With them are their spouses, Karen Pence ... more

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By the side of the Sutherland Springs, Texas First Baptist Church, U. S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott address the media, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. With them are their spouses, Karen Pence and Cecilia Abbott. less

By the side of the Sutherland Springs, Texas First Baptist Church, U. S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott address the media, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. With them are their spouses, Karen Pence ... more

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U. S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott walk to address the media after visiting the Sutherland Springs, Texas First Baptist Church, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. With them are their spouses, Karen Pence and Cecilia Abbott. On the left U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz. less

U. S. Vice President Mike Pence and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott walk to address the media after visiting the Sutherland Springs, Texas First Baptist Church, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. With them are their spouses, ... more

U. S. Vice President Mike Pence meets Johnnie Langendorff, with hat and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott greets Stephen Willeford, white hair with glasses, during a visit to the Sutherland Springs, Texas First Baptist Church, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. On Sunday, Langendorff and Willeford were credited with stopping Devin Patrick Kelley, 26, after he shot dead 26 women, children and men and injuring dozens others inside the church on Sunday. Next to Abbott are U.S. Senator Ted Cruz and U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was scheduled to make remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to victims and survivors of Sunday's church shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Police never found the alleged gunman after an extensive sweep of the area. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was scheduled to make remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to victims and survivors of Sunday's church shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Police never found the alleged gunman after an extensive sweep of the area. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was scheduled to make remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to victims and survivors of Sunday's church shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Police never found the alleged gunman after an extensive sweep of the area. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was scheduled to make remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to victims and survivors of Sunday's church shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Police never found the alleged gunman after an extensive sweep of the area. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was scheduled to make remarks at Floresville High School to pay respects to victims and survivors of Sunday's church shooting at the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs, Texas. Police never found the alleged gunman after an extensive sweep of the area. less

Law enforcement check out a scene near Pecan Park in Floresville, Texas after reports of a man with a revolver who allegedly fired off two rounds. The incident occurred as Vice President Mike Pence was ... more

Photo: Kin Man Hui, San Antonio Express-News

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Air Force Two carrying Vice President Mike Pence arrives, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting at a local hospital, as well as visit with the families of the victims and participate in a prayer vigil. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Air Force Two carrying Vice President Mike Pence arrives, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting at a local ... more

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, and wife, Cecilia, left, welcome Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting at a local hospital, as well as visit with the families of the victims and participate in a prayer vigil. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, and wife, Cecilia, left, welcome Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the ... more

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, receives a hug from Karen Pence, as he and wife, Cecilia Abbott, welcome Vice President Mike Pence, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting at a local hospital, as well as visit with the families of the victims and participate in a prayer vigil. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, receives a hug from Karen Pence, as he and wife, Cecilia Abbott, welcome Vice President Mike Pence, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to ... more

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, receives a hug from Karen Pence, as he and wife, Cecilia Abbott, welcome Vice President Mike Pence, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to visit victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting at a local hospital, as well as visit with the families of the victims and participate in a prayer vigil. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, in wheelchair, receives a hug from Karen Pence, as he and wife, Cecilia Abbott, welcome Vice President Mike Pence, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in San Antonio. Pence traveled to Texas to ... more

Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing more than two dozen and injuring others. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) less

Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church ... more

Photo: David J. Phillip, Associated Press

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Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing more than two dozen and injuring others. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) less

Vice President Mike Pence speaks during a prayer vigil for the victims of the Sutherland Springs First Baptist Church shooting Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Floresville, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church ... more

Photo: David J. Phillip, Associated Press

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Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, talks with Johnnie Langendorff, and his girlfriend Summer Caddell, third from right, as they visit with first responders, family, friends and victims outside the Sutherland Spring Baptist Church Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017, in Sutherland Springs, Texas. A man opened fire inside the church in the small South Texas community on Sunday, killing and wounding many. Pastor Frank Pomeroy and his wife Sherri are at right. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) less

Vice President Mike Pence and his wife, Karen, talks with Johnnie Langendorff, and his girlfriend Summer Caddell, third from right, as they visit with first responders, family, friends and victims outside the ... more